Purchasing & Logistics Specialist

Join a close-knit team near Tamworth as a Purchasing and Logistics Specialist! We're seeking someone who loves being a key player in a small, dynamic team, contributing significantly to a family-feel company.

In this role, you'll be responsible for maintaining precise inventory levels and supporting the Transport Manager with logistics. You'll excel in an SME environment, where your hands-on approach will be highly valued. Prior experience with implementing a new Warehouse Management System (WMS) is essential.

If you're ready to make a real impact and grow with the company, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:
Inventory Management:

Ensure the right type and quantity of stock is available for sales orders, considering stock turnover and cash flow maintaining stock accuracy.
Develop and maintain inventory control procedures to optimise stock levels and minimise waste.
Monitor and analyse inventory movements to forecast future demand and adjust stock levels accordingly.
Conduct weekly random inventory checks.
Maintain minimum stock levels and reorder quantities in the software system.
Manage maximum stock quantities to avoid tying up capital and evaluate deadstock to release tied-up capital.Logistics Support:

Oversee route planning for delivery drivers, ensuring efficient and cost-effective routes and managing any changes to the schedule.
Supervise yard and warehouse personnel, ensuring operational efficiencies and conducting second checks on loads leaving the yard.
Analyse delivery costs and recommend more cost-effective routes.
Investigate and resolve delivery issues, liaising with internal departments such as sales and accounts.Requirements:

Proven experience in purchasing direct materials, stock control and logistics.
Ability to work in a dynamic SME environment.
Hands-on approach and willingness to "roll up sleeves."
Experience with WMS implementation